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Features
Family
Fabaceae
Native
Italy
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Vine
Flower Color
White
Bloom Season
Spring and summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Cut Flower
- Attracts Pollinators
Growing Conditions
Cold Tolerant
About Spencer Ice Cream Sweet Pea Seeds
Lathyrus odoratus
1" - 2" cream flowers
Planting Sweet Pea
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Light Required
Full Sun to Part Shade
Plant Height
Vine
Planting Depth
1"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6" |
| Thinning | When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 6" – 12" |
| Germination | 10 – 21 Days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost. Sow in biodegradable pots and grow in cool conditions (55°F or less). |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. Cold Climates: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost, or as soon as the soil can be worked. Mild Climates: Fall to early winter for early spring bloom. Ideal soil temperature is 55°‒65°F. |
| Special Care | When seedlings have 3–4 pairs of leaves, you may pinch or cut off the top of the seedling, leaving 2–3 pairs of leaves to promote a fuller plant. Extend bloom time and encourage more blossoms by picking flowers frequently and removing seed pods. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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